Cowboy builders are the scourge of the construction industry. Although they make up only a tiny minority of those working in the building trade, they are out there
One of the most common building materials used in structures as well as decorative additions is concrete. Although we are well accustomed to seeing it, concrete is not found naturally the way we find iron or aluminium.
Brick is a virtually maintenance free material that resist the elements, as well as moisture, fire, and much general wear and tear. It is also fairly soundproof, and does not lose its colouring with age.
To create sustainable buildings in both residential and commercial construction, it is important to consider how the structure is built and with what materials. We must begin to realise the impact our...
Asbestos was a material used in building and construction quite extensively throughout the UK between the 1950s and 1980s. Since then however, there have been major efforts to remove it due it to.....
Loft conversions are an increasingly popular means to adding space and value to your home. On average, a loft conversion costs around a third of the price of moving to a property with an extra room.
Unlike loft conversions, house extensions are more about creating space than adding value to the property, although it is of course an important consideration. Extending your home may be a more...
The Building Regulations are a national standard (known as Standards in Scotland) that apply to all kinds of buildings, ranging from a simple home extension to major developments......
Aggregate is a mixture of sand and stones that is added to cement with water to bring about hardening. Aggregates are vital to most building projects. Whether you're laying a patio, building a wall or rendering...
Before beginning any DIY project, it is important to plan fully and understand what the whole strategy entails as well as what you want the outcome to be. You must prepare for the various steps involved in the project...
The Federation of Master Builders was established in the UK more than 60 years ago. It is a trade association that was formed to benefit small to medium sized businesses, and has now grown into the largest UK...
'Self-build' is a fast-growing phenomenon in the UK. Over the last quarter of a century, the number of self-build projects being undertaken has increased more than ten-fold, from 2000 to 25000 per year.
Builders in South West
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CG Goodchild Ltd
- www.builderinchippenham.com
- We are a well established local family run business with a reliable and trustworthy team of employees. We carry out work on restoring listed buildings, wrought iron, loft, garage and barn conversions. We are big enough to cope and small enough to care.
- 0870 8148358 - The Orchard Lower North Wraxall, Chippenham, SN14 7AB
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Dan Bailey
- www.danbaileybuilding.co.uk
- We offer a complete building service from general maintenance and small jobs right through to full renovation projects, loft conversions, extensions, renovations, barn conversions and new building.All work carried out to a very high standard Call us now for a FREE ESTIMATES
- 01666 824980 - 36 Avenue De Gien, Malmesbury, Wilts, SN16 9GY
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MD MacKinnon Builder Ltd
- www.mdmackinnonbuildingservicesltd.com
- MD MacKinnon Builder Ltd offers a superior service and covers all of your general building needs. You can rely on us to complete a quality job in a timely fashion. Specialising in extensions, give us a call now for a free competitive quote.
- 0845 8323682 - 5a Curzon Street, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0DL
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Brian Teague Builders
- www.brianteaguebuilders.co.uk
- Brian Teague Builders are a professional building company specialising in all aspects of construction from concept to completion.
- 01566 781751 - Trelinney Broad Langdon, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 0BZ
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T & J Building Contractors
- www.builder-totnes.co.uk
- We are a professional building company offering property maintenance and building services from kitchen, bathrooms, tiling etc to extensions, loft conversions and alterations.
- 0845 6834401 - Tullys Mead Farm Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RN
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Newman Stonework Ltd
- www.newmanstoneworkltd.co.uk
- We do all aspects of roofing and stone masonry including barn conversions, new builds, extensions, stone walling, re-roofs, re-pointing, rockeries, roofing, patios and paving. All work is fully guaranteed.
- 0845 3736639 - 23 Osney Cres, Paignton, TQ4 5EY
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Prior & Company Ltd
- www.priorandcompany.co.uk
- Specialising in all the aspects of general build work, property maintenance, roofing, plastering, painting and decorating, kitchens, bathrooms, alterations and extensions. Please visit website or call 0845 013 7031.
- 0845 0137031 - Hartham Park, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0RP
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J P W Building Contractors/Developers Ltd
- www.jpwbuilders-developers.co.uk
- JPW is a well established firm covering all aspects of the building industry including new builds, loft conversions, roof work, kitchen refurbishment, electrical work and much more. Please visit our web site for further details.
- 01872 573081 - Trecaro Lower Millcrest, Perranporth, Cornwall, TR6 0JZ
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MDL Building Services
- www.mdlbuildingservices.co.uk
- Professional building company specialising in loft conversions and general building work. Also offer extensions and renovations. Member of the Guild of Master Craftsmen. Please view our site for more info.
- 0845 2911175 - 45 Westhill Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4LQ
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Abacus Design And Building
- www.abacusdesignandbuilding.co.uk
- Abacus design and building is a specialist building company offering a complete service from start all the way through to completion. Including restoration, building, drives, landscaping, new builds, etc. Please call or visit the website for more information. Free quotes are available.
- 0845 2632798 - The Massenet 16Broad Street, Launcbston, Cornwall, PL1 FA8
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Clive Nayler Builders
- www.clivenaylerbuilders.com
- Welcome to Clive Naylor builders, we are a family run firm that has been established since 1971 and are specialists in Swimming Pools and extensions- all work considered small or large. We guarantee quality workmanship.
- 0845 4918439 - Lower Pigsdon Farm Launcells, Cornwall, EX23 9LQ
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West Wilts Roofing
- www.westwiltsroofing.co.uk
- All types of building work undertaken including roofing, loft conversions domestic and commercial. With 19 years trading experience West Wilts Roofing offer competitive rates and free estimates with a reputation for quality.
- 0845 2635475 - 15 Leigh Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3QN
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S Rosato and Sons Ltd
- www.builderingloucestershire.co.uk
- We are a Gloucestershire based company with over 30 years experience in providing professional works. We are an NHBC registered house builder and part of the Master Builders.
- 0845 0134135 - Orchard House Gilberts Lane, Gloucester, GL4 0UH
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A B Cowling
- www.builderinwadebridge.com
- For all your general building requirements specialising in general building repairs and renovations, extensions, joinery, carpentry, glazing. Well established, trusted, friendly, local business
- 0845 2172233 - Burnside St. Issey, WADEBRIDGE, PL27 7QU
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G Nicholls Builders
- www.builderdevon.biz
- We cover all aspects of building from groundworks, to decorating, extensions, joinery etc. All our work comes with a 10 year guarantee as we are NHBC registered. If you have a building project we will manage and supply everything. We also do call out work.
- 0845 6834010 - Spurs HOuse Gorwood Road, Brewer, Bideford, EX39 5LT
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Sidney Pratt (Builders) LTD
- www.sidney-pratt.co.uk
- Sidney Pratt Builders LTD specialise in all aspects of general building work, new house and commercial property construction and property maintenance across south, mid and east Devon. For more information visit our website
- 0845 8393386 - Unit 7b Philip House, EXETER, EX1 3RU
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SB Narbett Plastering & Building Contractors
- www.sbnarbett.com
- We are building contractors specialising in plastering, restoration, kitchen installation, design and planning.
- 0845 2631635 - 40 Porthia Road St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2JB
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E Webb Building Services
- www.ewebbbuildingservices.com
- E Webb Buidling Services has been established for 35 years and cover Bristol, Bath and surronding areas. We take care of all domestic/residential building work. Free quotes and estimates given, visit our website for more information.
- 0845 8324093 - 23 Watson Road Longwell Green, Bristol, Avon, BS30 9DW
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Downs Bros
- www.builderbristol.net
- Welcome to Downs Bros, a family run business which was established in 1966 and specialises in home building, renovation and alterations for people with mobility difficulties. Please visit the website for full details of the benefits our service provides.
- 0845 2632072 - 16 Atkins Close, Bristol, BS14 8JS
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Ambercoast General Builders
- www.ambercoastgeneralbuilders.co.uk
- A well established company doing loft conversions, extensions, roofing, kitchens, etc. Quality work at good competitive rates.
- 0845 4917902 - 39 Second Avenue Dawlish, Exeter, Devon, EX7 9RH
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Melhuish & Saunders
- www.melhuishandsaundersltd.com
- Melhuish and Saunders Ltd has been established since 1923 and over the years has become a respectable and highly creditable building contractor completing numerous contracts throughout the South West; offering a variety of services.
- 01749 347500 - Anglo Trading Estate Commercial Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5BY
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First Class Independent Living
- www.disabledalterationstorquay.co.uk
- We are a business built on quality. We are the largest specialist builders in Devon. We offer a free home visit with a no obligation quote. Purpose built showroom and everything we do is based on what our customers need.
- 0845 1363333 - Unit 16 Rydons Industrial Estate Canal Way, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3SJ
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James R Scott Carpenters
- www.carpenterpoole.co.uk
- With over 35 years experience in the industry JR Scott Carpenters provide a professional service from start to finish throughout.
- 0845 6836109 - 19 Canford Cliffs Rd, Poole, Dorset, BH13 7AG
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R G A
- www.rgaroofing.co.uk
- RGA have been established for 14 years and offer a reliable service at competitive rates. A specialist in roofing and building services.
- 0845 4917994 - 55 St Andrews Road, Warminster, BA12 8ES
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D T Cockburn Plastering Specialist (CONTRACTORS)
- www.buildingandplasteringdevon.co.uk
- professional applicators for the plastering industry. working throughout the southwest, call for a competitive service.
- 07863 239356 - Little Northwood Goldburn Cross, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1RW
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C Tyler Ltd
- www.ctylerbuilders.com
- Local builders with fantastic reputation offering extensions, new builds, renovations, refurbishments, loft conversions in the Gloucestershire area. Project management and design available.
- 0845 4817009 - 90 Cirencester Road Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8DG
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Colman Building Contractors
- www.builders-in-bristol.com
- From a leaky tap to a custom extension, we deal with all aspects of building and building maintenance, so for a name you can trust with over 100 years experience, call your local builder now.
- 0117 9265141 - The Coachyard Dowry Square, BRISTOL, BS8 4SJ
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Old Image Kitchens
- www.oldimage.co.uk
- We have been designing high quality hand crafted kitchens, furniture and bathrooms for over 14 years. Our skilled craftsmen create bespoke products that combine modern technology with traditional craftsmanship.
- 0845 0134176 - 451 Gloucester Road Horfield, Bristol, BS7 8TZ
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AJ Proctor Builders Ltd
- www.builderindevon.co.uk
- Need a builder in Devon or builder in Exeter then look no further with over 40 years in the trade, you can be sure you are in safe hands. View our website and call today.
- 01297 32380 - Coles Farm Coles Lane, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5SB
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MC Jackson Plastering
- www.mcjacksonplastering.com
- MC Jackson Plastering are Dorchester based plasterers with expertise in artexing, screeding, ceilings and traditional cob work.
- 07902 274767 - Thola 48 Main Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7EY
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Andrew Bray Building Contractors
- www.andrewbraybuildingcontractors.co.uk
- Andrew Bray specialises in all your domestic building requirements, extensions, conversions, new builds, renovations and much more. We cover a 15 mile radius of Padstow.
- 0845 8324537 - 12 Caswarth Terrace, Pastow, Cornwall, PL28 8EE
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Peter Coles Roofing
- www.petercolesroofing.co.uk
- We have been established for over 7 years and work mainly in the North Cornwall area. We cover most roofing requirements to a very high standard.
- 01566 86318 - Austles Altarnun, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7SG
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Desired Affect Ltd
- www.desiredaffect.com
- Well established builder operating around Bournemouth and the surrounding areas catering for all aspects of building work. No job too small.01202466466
- 07921 387500 - 14 Fenton Road, Bournemouth, BH6 5EY
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Link Contrators Ltd
- www.linkcontractors.co.uk
- Link Contractors is a well established building firm covering all aspects of domestic and commercial building work across the Bath and Bristol area.
- 01275 831134 - Bittern Barn Northwick, Bristol, BS41 8NP
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Pnp Builders
- www.pnpbuilders.co.uk
- I am a very established sole trader who takes great pride in what i do. I do all kinds of property maintenance. No job is too big or small and I always go the extra mile to make sure all my customers are 100 percent satisfied. 01579 343044
- 0800 0431990 - 10 Springfield Road, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3TZ
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M Edwards Brickworks
- www.medwardsbrickworkltd.com
- M Edwards Brickworks are a well established groundworks and paving company based in Wiltshire and cover the surronding areas. No job too small, please visit our website for more information, or call 0845 013 8156.
- 0845 0138156 - 111a High Street Littleton Panell, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 4EU
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Highgate Construction LTD
- www.njsmithbuilders.co.uk
- NJ Smith Builders is an award winning building service based in Worcestershire. We have particular expertise in extensions, renovations and loft conversions. Please visit our website for more details.
- 01386 584111 - Wormington Brake Wormington, Worcestershire, Worcs., WR12 7NL
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Exeter City Council (Civic Centre Paris St Exeter, Building Services)
- 0845 3736639 - Exeter, Devon, EX1 1JJ
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MP Constructions
- 01208 72584 - Unit 4 Carminnow Rd Indust Est, Bodmin, PL31 1EP
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R Bond
- 01963 440643 - 1 Mancroft Clo, Galhampton, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7AY
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George
- 01823 331444 - Holway Green, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2YJ
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Anthony Sandercock
- 01984 623792 - 4 Coopers Heights, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 2YB
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Mike Stacey
- 01984 623802 - Station Road, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 2LX
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Strathview
- 0870 8148359 - Unit 3 Houndstone Bsns Pk, Houndstone Business Park, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 8WA
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P.A Underhill
- 01823 480378 - Wood Road, Ashill, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9NR
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Wellington Building Contractor
- 01823 663956 - 42 Mantle Street, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8AR
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West of England Development
- 01823 283133 - Gatchell Meadow, Trull, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7HY
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R.J Wey
- 01460 72873 - South Street, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8DA
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C S Williams (Taunton) Ltd
- 01823 286985 - 150 Priorswood Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8DU
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R.M Withers
- 01278 652075 - 3 Old Mill Clo Brookside Rd, Combwich, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2QN
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G Woodland
- 01823 480248 - Capland, Hatch Beauchamp, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 6TW
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James Woodward
- 01278 722046 - Portland Ho Broadway, Chilton Polden, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9EW
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D Woolcomb
- 01278 661388 - 10 Sunnybrow Close, North Petherton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6QU
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Woolway
- 01963 370564 - Meadow Vw High Road, Horsington, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0DN
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R.L Wynn
- 01278 652761 - Park Lane, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2LU
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MJ & JN Cleverley - Building Contractors
- 0117 9780350 - Leigh House Whitchurch Lane, Bishopsworth, Bristol, BS13 7TA
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A J Seviour
- 01373 832242 - Flintford House, Rodden, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5LD
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AJB Vickery
- 01285 643584 - 6 Berry Hill Cresent, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2HG
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Mica General Builders
- 01823 289158 - 39 Bridgwater Road, Taunton, TA1 2DP
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Highshore Construction
- 01872 520010 - The Elms, Tresillian, Cornwall, TR2 4BA
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